Skip to main content
Division of Academic and Student Affairs 
New Student Programs

Summer Start

Summer Start is a unique opportunity for you to begin your NC State undergraduate experience early by taking Summer Session II classes prior to the fall semester. Summer Start is open to all new first-year and transfer students, including international students and Spring Connect students.

Participants can earn up to eight credit-hours through Summer Start.

Through Summer Start, you can:

  • Live in the heart of campus
  • Connect with new students and student mentors
  • Engage with faculty in smaller classes
  • Explore academic and personal interests in a supportive environment

Program information

2022 group of summer start participants

Program Overview

Learn more about the academic benefits of Summer Start, when to apply and what to expect.

Get started 
Students participate in a class

Advising and Course Registration

Find registration resources and browse courses you can take through Summer Start.

Explore your options 
Belltower view

Expenses and Financial Aid

NC State and the Summer Start program are committed to ensuring all students who want to participate in the program can do so.


Learn more 
Students walking by Residence Hall

Summer Housing

Visit University Housing’s website to learn more about where you’ll live, what it will cost and how to apply for summer housing.

Find your community 
Welcome Home banner in Talley Student Union

New Student Orientation

New Student Orientation is a program required for all first-year and transfer students that will help your transition into college education.

Learn more and register 
Students playing volleyball on Tucker/Owen beach

Events and Programs

Summer Start is a great time to get to know your classmates, professors, campus and the Raleigh community through various fun activities.

Check out the schedule 

Important Dates

Program Dates: June 21 – August 2, 2023
Move-In: Wednesday, June 21, 2023 – (9 a.m. – 2 p.m.)
Welcome Program: Wednesday, June 21, 2023 (evening hours)
First-Year Orientation Session: June 22 – June 23, 2023
Transfer Orientation Session: Friday, June 23, 2023
Summer Classes Begin: Monday, June 26, 2023
Summer Final Exams: July 31 – August 1, 2023
Move-Out: Wednesday, August 2, 2023 by 10 a.m.

Still have questions? Contact us at new-students@ncsu.edu for assistance!